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The Young and the Restless character Daniel Romalotti is most recently portrayed by Michael Graziadei. He is the son of Danny Romalotti and Phyllis Summers; however, it was later revealed that a man named Brian Hamilton is his biological father.
Daniel exited the show in 2013 and made his return in late 2022. He revealed that he had taken some time off due to personal struggles. He also acknowledged the impact of his marriage to Heather Stevens falling apart, which made him aware that his daughter Lucy wasn't open with him.
He wanted to regain his life, so he started focusing on his career—a new gaming project called Omega Sphere that he presented to Chancellor-Winters. His return also stirred up some old, unresolved feelings for his ex, Lily Winters, as the two reunited in a working capacity. Daniel struggled in personal and professional life.
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His mother, Phyllis Summers, became a liability with her erratic behavior. After Phyllis staged her death and framed Diane Jenkins for her murder, Daniel became intensely involved in the aftermath. He found himself highly challenged between loyalty to his mother and doing the right thing.
His family's complicated situation, his growing closeness with Lily, and his trying to resurrect his career round out his storyline as he navigates the pressures of his past and Genoa City's future.
The Young and the Restless: Daniel's story arc before his exit
Until 2013, Daniel Romalotti's storyline in The Young and the Restless was highly dramatic and filled with family issues. This included him falling in and out of love while struggling with personal demons. Daniel had a difficult teenage life and was introduced as the son of Phyllis Summers and rock star Danny Romalotti.
He was close to Lily Winters, and their romantic relationship blossomed. Unfortunately, their happiness was short-lived. Daniel was involved in a car accident in which Cassie Newman, who was driving in an attempt to save Daniel, was killed. Subsequently, Daniel was blamed for the incident. He had to face numerous legal as well as emotional issues due to that circumstance.
Daniel and Lily ran away after the accident to avoid chaos. They later returned to get married, but it wasn't all perfect. Daniel became addicted to pornography, and his secretive nature led to their divorce.
Later, Daniel was involved in a relationship with Amber Moore, which included numerous schemes, such as a major storyline involving stolen money and a murder plot. He then had a brief relationship with Daisy Carter, resulting in the birth of their daughter, Lucy. Daisy ran off, and he primarily raised Lucy as his own until he left Genoa City in 2013.
Who played Daniel on The Young and the Restless?
Several actors have played Daniel Romalotti in The Young and the Restless. Among the most notable actors who have played the character are Drew Tyler Bell, who was in the show from 1994 to 1996, and Chase MacKenzie Bebak, who took over from 1997 to 1998.
The year 2004 saw Cam Gigandet briefly perform as the teenager before Michael Graziadei entered the role later that same year. Graziadei portrayed the character for nearly nine years before leaving in 2013. He returned in 2022 to continue Daniel's storyline.
Interested viewers can watch The Young and the Restless on CBS.
